The Liriope Muscari Christmas Tree is a festive addition to any garden. Grown in zones 5-10, it reaches a height of 12-18 inches. Perfect for borders and containers.
Liriope Muscari 'Christmas Tree' Christmas Tree Lily Turf
Liriope muscari 'Christmas Tree', also known as Christmas Tree Lily Turf, is a popular garden plant for its low-growing habit, dense foliage, and striking blue flowers that bloom in the fall. It is a cultivar of the lily turf species, Liriope muscari.
Christmas Tree Lily Turf grows to be about 12-18 inches tall and spreads up to 12-18 inches wide. It forms a dense clump of evergreen leaves that is topped with spikes of blue flowers in the fall. The flowers are attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.
Christmas Tree Lily Turf is a low-maintenance plant and is tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade to full shade. However, it can also tolerate drought and poor soils. Christmas Tree Lily Turf is also deer-resistant.
Christmas Tree Lily Turf is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It is often used as a groundcover in shady areas, such as under trees or along walkways. It can also be used as an edging plant or in rock gardens. Christmas Tree Lily Turf is also a popular choice for container gardens.
Here are some tips for growing Christmas Tree Lily Turf:
- Plant Christmas Tree Lily Turf in partial shade to full shade.
- Choose a moist, well-drained soil.
- Water the plant regularly, especially during the first year.
- Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Divide the plant every few years to keep it vigorous.
Christmas Tree Lily Turf is a beautiful and easy-to-grow plant that is a great addition to any garden. It is a low-maintenance plant that is tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions. Christmas Tree Lily Turf can be used in a variety of garden settings, including as a groundcover, edging plant, or in a container garden.
Here are some additional tips for caring for Christmas Tree Lily Turf:
- Remove spent flower spikes to encourage new growth and flowering.
- Prune the plant lightly in the spring to maintain its shape and size.
- Protect the plant from winter damage in cold climates by covering it with mulch or burlap.
With proper care, Christmas Tree Lily Turf will thrive for many years to come.
Growing Zones: 8-11 outdoors
Mature Height: | 1-3 ft. |
Sunlight: | Full Partial | Mature Width: | 1-3 ft. |
Botanical Name: | Plumbago auriculata 'Dark Blue' |
Growth Rate: | Moderate |